Snack Attack...

Many people think snacking is a no-no but snacking isn’t all bad, it actually helps curb hunger and prevents overeating at breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Getting my kids to snack healthy hasn’t been easy! It’s much easier for them to munch on chips in front of the TV, than to prepare a healthy snack.
My solution, find snacks that are healthy and easy to prepare.

Healthy Snacks My Kids Love:
apple slices with peanut butter http://www.fruitfreshup.com/catalog.asp?prodid=593043
carrot sticks with hummus
sliced turkey and cheddar cheese
snack mix made with raisins, nuts, and whole wheat cereal
whole grain bagel with low-fat cream cheese
whole grain crackers and tuna
steamed sliced sweet potato with cinnamon
whole grain cereal, dry or with milk
low-fat yogurt with fresh berries

Convenient Healthy Snacks:
Prepare cut-up vegetables like carrots or celery sticks in advance for easy munching. http://www.fruitfreshup.com/catalog.asp?prodid=593025&showprevnext=1
Have easy-to-eat fruits such as oranges and bananas within view on the counter.
Keep goodies out of reach, or better yet, don’t bring the temptation home from the grocery store.

With all the convenient snacks out there, it’s a challenge for kids to make good choices, parents need to lead by example! So the next time you reach for a snack, make sure it’s a healthy one.